Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrostachyum
ID:
170989

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Nov. Mexic.: 44 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170318



Common Names

  • Macrostachyum Desmodium
  • Large-spike Desmodium
  • Large-spiked Desmodium


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Synonyms

  • Desmodium gentryi Standl. [valid]
  • Meibomia macrostachya Kuntze [valid]

Description

Desmodium macrostachyum (also called Large-Spiked Desmodium, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to Mexico. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, well-drained soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Desmodium macrostachyum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Desmodium macrostachyum is a small, white to pinkish-white flower with four petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium macrostachyum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Desmodium macrostachyum

Desmodium macrostachyum can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Desmodium macrostachyum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium macrostachyum?

Desmodium macrostachyum

What is the common name of Desmodium macrostachyum?

Macrostachyum desmodium

Where is Desmodium macrostachyum found?

Desmodium macrostachyum is found in Brazil.

Species in the Desmodium genus

Desmodium affine, Desmodium ambiguum, Desmodium amplifolium, Desmodium angustatum, Desmodium angustifolium, Desmodium arechavaletae, Desmodium arizonicum, Desmodium batocaulon, Desmodium bellum, Desmodium bioculatum, Desmodium bridgesii, Desmodium callilepis, Desmodium campyloclados, Desmodium canaliculatum, Desmodium chartaceum, Desmodium chiapense, Desmodium cinerascens, Desmodium coloniense, Desmodium conzattii, Desmodium cordistipulum, Desmodium crassum, Desmodium cubense, Desmodium cuneatum, Desmodium delotum, Desmodium densiflorum, Desmodium denudatum, Desmodium fernaldii, Desmodium floridanum, Desmodium foliosum, Desmodium ghiesbreghtii, Desmodium glabrescens, Desmodium gracile, Desmodium grahamii, Desmodium guadalajaranum, Desmodium hartwegianum, Desmodium hassleri, Desmodium helleri, Desmodium illinoense, Desmodium infractum, Desmodium intermedium, Desmodium jaliscanum, Desmodium johnstonii, Desmodium lamprocarpum, Desmodium lavanduliflorum, Desmodium leptoclados, Desmodium limense, Desmodium lindheimeri, Desmodium longiarticulatum, Desmodium luteolum, Desmodium macrodesmum,

Species in the Fabaceae family